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Electrical costs, 2026
HomeAdvisor's 2026 electrician cost guide, read Oct 2, 2026. See source
Networx puts a typical service call at $145 to $450.
| If you are asking | Start with | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Burning smell, sparks or a hot panel? | Switch off the main and call right away | What to do |
| Breaker tripped once and reset? | Not an emergency; book a weekday visit | Read why |
| Quoted for a panel? | Replacement $520 to $2,120; upgrade $1,200 to $2,000 | See jobs |
| Ready for quotes? | Post the job on Bark or enter your ZIP on Networx | See options |
HomeAdvisor gives $50 to $130 per hour for electricians, plus a service-call fee of $100 to $200 for the first hour, and a normal job range of $163 to $5381. Networx describes three pricing methods: hourly with a minimum, service fee plus hourly, or a flat fee per job, and notes that travel mileage may be added2.
After hours costs more: time-and-a-half to double the standard rate plus a trip charge of $100 or more1. A tripped breaker that resets is not an emergency; burning smells, sparks or a hot panel are reasons to switch off power at the main and call right away.
Supplies are usually extra. Fixtures and parts are not part of the hourly rate, although a flat installation price may include them, and the first estimate is often free2.
| Job | Published cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Light switch installation1 | $85 to $200 | HomeAdvisor |
| Electrical inspection1 | $100 to $125 | HomeAdvisor |
| Light fixture installation1 | $155 to $955 | HomeAdvisor |
| Outlet installation1 | $200 to $300 | HomeAdvisor |
| Breaker panel replacement1 | $520 to $2,120 | HomeAdvisor |
| Electrical panel upgrade1 | $1,200 to $2,000 | HomeAdvisor |
| Service call (Networx)2 | $145 to $450 on average | Networx |
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Networx says the initial estimate for an installation is often free2. Ask before the visit; a service-call fee may still apply to repairs.
Burning smells, sparks or a hot panel or outlet: switch off power at the main and call. A breaker that trips once and resets can wait for a weekday.
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